Jamaica Airport NEW RULES 2026 - 15 Things Now BANNED (Tourists Shocked)

In 2026, Jamaica's airports are undergoing major changes, with new airport security measures that will impact millions of travelers. Revolutionary biometric technology, including face recognition, will replace traditional checkpoints, making digital security paramount. Understanding these changes and other travel tips will be crucial for a smooth journey through Jamaica's tourism hubs.

🚨 MAJOR CHANGES:

Biometric facial recognition replaces passport checks
Cannabis through airport = JAIL TIME (even though decriminalized on island)
Fresh meat & dairy BANNED - customs destroys it
Pets: ONLY UK/Ireland dogs & cats allowed
Drones confiscated without JCAA permits
Duty-free limits changed (over = pay on FULL amount)
Powders over 340g banned from carry-on
Dead electronics confiscated
Fresh produce requires permits

💰 INVESTMENT:

2025/26: $152M USD
2026-29: $372M USD
New airport: $460M USD

🔐 BIOMETRIC TECH (Starts Early 2026):

Self-service check-in kiosks
E-gates replace passport control
Facial recognition boarding
One scan = entire journey

🌿 CANNABIS WARNING:
❌ Airport security = DRUG TRAFFICKING charges
❌ In luggage = SERIOUS JAIL TIME
✅ Buy on island from licensed dispensaries ($10-20 medical card)
Island possession fine: J$500 ($3-5 USD)
🥩 PROHIBITED FOODS:

Fresh meat/dairy - ILLEGAL
Honey - STRICTLY BANNED
Conch/lobster - BANNED
Fresh fruits/vegetables - need certificates

✈️ DUTY-FREE (Updated April 2024):

Personal items: $1,000 USD
Cash $10,000+: MUST declare
Alcohol: 2L (0L Jamaican rum)
Tobacco: 200 cigarettes OR 50 cigars

🚁 DRONE RULES:

3 miles from airports = NO FLY ZONE
Confiscated without permits
Commercial: permit per flight

💧 LIQUIDS/POWDERS:

Liquids: 100ml max per container
Powders: 340g+ must be checked

📱 Dead battery = device confiscated
⏰ Arrive 3 hours early (mandatory)
📋 SOURCES:

Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority (JCAA)
Jamaica Customs Agency
Ministry of Agriculture
MBJ Airports Limited
UK/US Travel Advisories
Dangerous Drugs Act 2015

⚖️ DISCLAIMER:
Educational content based on official sources (Jan 2026). Laws change—verify with Jamaican authorities before travel. Not legal advice. Creator not liable for regulatory changes or viewer actions.

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🎯 HELPS:
✅ Jamaica first-timers
✅ Caribbean travelers
✅ Medical cannabis tourists
✅ Drone photographers
✅ Anyone flying MBJ/NMIA 2026
📍 AIRPORTS:

Sangster (MBJ) Montego Bay
Norman Manley (NMIA) Kingston

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